BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport

Assessment

Externally assessed units involve written exams and task-based assessments set by Pearson. The key units assessed externally include: Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology (written exam, 1.5 hours, 80 marks) Unit 2: Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport, and Well-being (task-based assessment with case study, supervised, 2.5 hours). Internally assessed units require students to complete assignments set and marked by teachers, subject to external verification. The internal assessment covers units like: Unit 3: Professional Development in the Sports Industry An optional unit (e.g., Sports Leadership or Sports Psychology).